Winnetka Home Remodeling
GS CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING
GS Construction & Remodeling has remodeled homes for Winnetka homeowners since 2015. Gregory and Patryk are a father-son team with more than 40 years between them, and one of them is on your job personally.
Whole-home work lives or dies on the order things happen in. We run it as one job with one schedule and one number to call, with an owner here on site and a portal showing you the schedule, any change orders and your balance — so the trades aren't tripping over each other and you aren't running your own remodel.
- Free in-home estimate from an owner, not a salesperson
- One itemized scope and one schedule across every room
- Permits and inspections handled with Winnetka across every trade
- Workmanship warranty on the whole project — our commitment never expires
"One scope, one schedule, one point of contact."
Permits in Winnetka: Winnetka has no online permit portal — applications are Village PDF forms filed with Community Development at 510 Green Bay Road, and interior remodels typically clear plan review in two to three weeks (additions closer to three).
Whole-home remodeling we've completed near Winnetka, IL
Neighborhoods & landmarks near our Winnetka whole-home remodels
Crow Island School (National Historic Landmark), New Trier High School Winnetka campus, Winnetka Community House, Winnetka Village Green, Tower Road Beach, Elder Lane Beach, Hubbard Woods Park, Skokie Lagoons, Winnetka / Hubbard Woods / Indian Hill Metra stations (UP-N)
Neighborhoods we work in
- Indian Hill
- Hubbard Woods
- Elm Street
- Crow Island
- The Estates
- Pine Street
Whole-home remodeling in Winnetka, IL
Whole-home remodeling in Winnetka frequently involves transforming properties built between the 1920s and 1950s, updating their original compartmentalized layouts for contemporary living. Many projects focus on opening up main floor plans, integrating kitchens and dining areas into more expansive great rooms without sacrificing the home's historic charm. We often address the need for additional primary suites or expanded family living spaces, adapting existing footprints to meet modern demands for comfort and functionality. This type of renovation frequently includes significant updates to electrical and plumbing infrastructure, bringing these classic Winnetka homes up to current safety and efficiency standards. The goal is always to enhance flow and livability while preserving the architectural integrity that defines Winnetka's diverse housing stock.
What Winnetka homeowners ask for
Winnetka homeowners commonly request the integration of smart home technology throughout their entire residence, from lighting controls to climate systems, seamlessly woven into the renovated spaces. We also frequently hear requests for dedicated home office suites that blend professional functionality with the home's aesthetic, often incorporating custom millwork. Expanding mudrooms and laundry areas into more comprehensive utility spaces, complete with built-in storage and pet washing stations, is another popular whole-home enhancement. Many clients prioritize creating multi-generational living areas, adapting sections of the home for aging parents or adult children while maintaining privacy and independence.
About Winnetka
Winnetka's housing runs from 1890s-1920s Tudors and colonials on the tree-lined blocks east of Green Bay Road to the storefront charm of Hubbard Woods, in a village that takes architecture seriously.
Crow Island School here is a National Historic Landmark. District 36 schools feed New Trier's Winnetka campus, and three Metra UP-N stops — Hubbard Woods, Winnetka, and Indian Hill — serve the village.
Whole-home remodeling in Winnetka frequently means addressing plaster and lath construction when opening up pre-war floor plans, requiring careful demolition and dust control, especially when families are living through the project. Significant electrical upgrades are common, given generations of patched wiring, making it ideal to integrate these service improvements while walls are open. Plumbing renovations often involve replacing lead or partially lead water services, a critical update for the roughly third of connections the Village's own utility reports as such. When expanding, additions must be coordinated with Winnetka's landmark and demolition review processes, which dictates project timelines and sequencing. Finishing basements under original foundations requires specialized waterproofing and structural considerations, ensuring a dry and functional space. Even primary baths, often reworked from compartmented layouts, benefit from full service upgrades for modern comfort and efficiency.
Whole-home remodels in Winnetka involve numerous inspections across structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical trades as work progresses, ensuring every phase meets Village standards. GS Construction & Remodeling meticulously prepares and submits all required permit applications and coordinates the full schedule of inspections with Winnetka's Community Development department.
How your Winnetka project runs
ProcessThe same six stages on every job — free in-home estimate through warranty.
Free in-home estimate
Greg or Patryk — the owners, not a salesperson — walk your space, take real measurements, and give you honest feedback on what your budget buys.
Itemized scope & contract
Labor, materials, demolition and disposal priced line by line, not one mystery number. Payment terms and warranty are in the written contract.
Design & selections
Bring your own designer, use our architects and designers, or choose everything yourself. Selections are scheduled ahead so lead times never stall the site.
Permits & scheduling
We pull and manage building, plumbing and electrical permits with your village — typically 1–2 weeks — and hand you a written schedule before demo day.
The build, owner-supervised
Long-standing trade partners working in sequence under daily owner supervision. Your client portal shows the schedule, change orders and current balance.
Walkthrough & warranty
We walk the finished job together, close out every punch-list item, hand over manufacturer paperwork, and your written workmanship warranty starts. Our commitment never expires.
Testimonials
Your Neighbours in Winnetka Love Us
Real reviews from homeowners. Ask us for live phone references.
We have used GS for two bathroom projects-the first a small update; the second a complete remodel. We were thrilled with both. Everything was as promised; the timeline, price, and what it would look like. We were able to buy our own tile and fixtures and were not tied to any company's showroom. We got what we wanted and likely saved money doing so. GS also installed interior doors. The workmanship was great. The only downside is that now the bathrooms are the two nicest rooms in the house! I would heartily recommend GS construction!
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Our Work
Home Remodeling Projects in Winnetka
Browse our home remodeling remodeling projects completed near Winnetka. See the quality craftsmanship our family brings to every home remodeling project.
What homeowners near Winnetka say
“We have used GS for two bathroom projects-the first a small update; the second a complete remodel. We were thrilled with both. Everything was as promised; the timeline, price, and what it would look like. We were able to buy our own tile an...”
“We cannot say enough good things about GS Construction and about Greg and Patryk. We hired them on a strong recommendation from a friend and are very pleased with the results. Our project included remodeling a kitchen and master bathroom an...”
“My designer and I chose GS Construction for the rehab of my kitchen and other small projects in my newly purchased condo. They were recomended by a client of the designer, Mark Zancanaro Design, who raved about their professionalism and com...”
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Completed projects around Winnetka
GS Construction crews have completed 96 projects within 10 miles of Winnetka — part of 455 completed projects across 71 Chicago-area ZIP codes. The map below shows real project density from our records, not a service-area claim.
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Let's Build Beautiful Spaces Together
GS Construction is a father-and-son construction company, and home remodeling in Winnetka is work Greg and Patryk run themselves. Expect clear communication, quality craftsmanship, and a straightforward plan—reach out today to schedule a free in-home consultation and get a detailed estimate and honest feedback.
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- (224) 735-4200
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Service Area
Winnetka and surrounding Chicagoland areas